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Key Facts: CAA NZ ATPL Air Law Exam

180 Mins

Exam duration allocated by Aspeq.

CAA NZ Syllabus

70%

Minimum score required to pass.

CAA NZ Part 61

$108 NZD

Exam fee per sitting via Aspeq.

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Part 121

Air Operations - Large Aeroplanes.

NZ Civil Aviation Rules

5 Domains

Parts 121, 61, 91, 108/139, and International Law.

CAA NZ Syllabus

CAA NZ ATPL Air Law is a 3-hour (180-minute) examination with a 70% passing grade, administered by Aspeq under CAA New Zealand regulations.

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1Under Civil Aviation Rules (CAR) Part 121, which aircraft operations are required to be conducted under this Part?

A.Aeroplanes with a passenger seating configuration of 10 to 19 seats operating on air transport operations.

B.Aeroplanes with a passenger seating configuration of more than 19 seats or a maximum certificated takeoff weight (MCTOW) exceeding 5,700 kg operating on commercial air transport operations.

C.Single-engine aeroplanes operating under IFR on passenger transport operations.

D.All helicopter air transport operations carrying more than 9 passengers.

Explanation: CAR Part 121 applies specifically to air operations conducted in aeroplanes that have a passenger seating configuration of more than 19 seats (excluding pilot seats) or a maximum certificated takeoff weight (MCTOW) exceeding 5,700 kg.

2What is the minimum total flight time requirement for the issue of an Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL Aeroplane) under CAR Part 61?

A.1,000 hours flight time in aeroplanes.

B.1,200 hours flight time in aeroplanes.

C.1,500 hours flight time in aeroplanes.

D.2,000 hours flight time in aeroplanes.

Explanation: CAR Part 61 Subpart N specifies that an applicant for an ATPL (Aeroplane) must have completed at least 1,500 hours of flight time in aeroplanes.

3According to CAR Part 91, what is the minimum required holding fuel reserve for a turbine-powered aeroplane operating under IFR?

A.15 minutes at holding speed at 1,500 ft above the aerodrome.

B.30 minutes at holding speed at 1,500 ft above the destination aerodrome under standard temperature conditions.

C.45 minutes at normal cruising consumption at 10,000 ft.

D.60 minutes at long-range cruise fuel consumption.

Explanation: CAR Part 91.205 mandates that turbine-powered aeroplanes operating under IFR must carry a final reserve fuel sufficient to fly for 30 minutes at holding speed at 1,500 ft above aerodrome elevation under standard temperature conditions.

4Under international air law, what does the First Freedom of the Air grant an airline?

A.The right to fly across the territory of a foreign state without landing.

B.The right to land in a foreign state for non-traffic purposes such as refueling or maintenance.

C.The right to disembark passengers and cargo originating in the airline's home state in a foreign state.

D.The right to pick up passengers in a foreign state and carry them to a third country.

Explanation: The First Freedom of the Air is the right or privilege granted by one state to another state to fly across its territory without landing.

5Under CAR Part 139, what is the primary purpose of a Runway End Safety Area (RESA)?

A.To provide an obstacle-free zone for aircraft on initial approach.

B.To reduce the risk of damage to an aeroplane undershooting or overrunning the runway.

C.To allow high-speed taxiing of aeroplanes turning off the active runway.

D.To accommodate ground emergency vehicles during airport alert operations.

Explanation: CAR Part 139 defines a Runway End Safety Area (RESA) as an area symmetrical about the extended runway centreline and adjacent to the end of the strip primarily intended to reduce the risk of damage to an aeroplane undershooting or overrunning the runway.

6Under CAR Part 108, which entity is responsible for establishing an approved aviation security programme for an air transport operation?

A.The Civil Aviation Authority Director personally.

B.The holder of the air operator certificate (AOC).

C.The Aviation Security Service (AvSec) manager.

D.The local airport operator authority.

Explanation: CAR Part 108 requires each holder of an air operator certificate conducting regular public transport operations to establish, implement, and maintain an approved air operator security programme.

7According to ICAO Annex 13, which state has the primary obligation to institute an investigation into an aircraft accident occurring in its territory?

A.The State of Registry.

B.The State of the Operator.

C.The State of Occurrence.

D.The State of Design.

Explanation: ICAO Annex 13 Chapter 5 states that the State of Occurrence shall institute an investigation into the circumstances of the accident and be responsible for the conduct of the investigation.

8CAR Part 61 requires an applicant for an ATPL (Aeroplane) to have completed at least how many hours of cross-country flight time?

A.250 hours.

B.500 hours.

C.750 hours.

D.1,000 hours.

Explanation: CAR Part 61 Subpart N mandates that an applicant for an ATPL (Aeroplane) must have logged at least 500 hours of cross-country flight time.

9What is the minimum continuous recording duration required for a Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR) installed on a large aeroplane certificated under CAR Part 121?

A.30 minutes.

B.60 minutes.

C.2 hours.

D.25 hours.

Explanation: CAR Part 91 / Part 121 standards require CVRs installed on modern commercial air transport aeroplanes to retain information recorded during at least the last 2 hours of continuous operation (with 25 hours applying to FDRs).

10What does the Second Freedom of the Air allow an international airline to do?

A.Fly across foreign airspace without landing.

B.Land in a foreign country for technical or non-traffic reasons (such as refueling or maintenance) without embarking or disembarking passengers.

C.Carry passengers between two foreign countries on a service originating in the home state.

D.Operate domestic flights inside a foreign country.

Explanation: The Second Freedom of the Air allows an aircraft to land in a foreign state for non-traffic purposes, such as refueling or maintenance, without taking on or discharging passengers or cargo.

About the CAA NZ ATPL Air Law Exam

The CAA NZ ATPL Theory - Air Law examination tests pilot knowledge of New Zealand Civil Aviation Rules including CAR Part 121 (Air Operations - Large Aeroplanes), CAR Part 61 (ATPL requirements, privileges, flight time limitations, rest periods, logbook certifications, type rating requirements), CAR Part 91 (General operating rules, IFR equipment requirements, MEL/CDL management), CAR Part 108/139 (Security & Aerodromes), and International Law (ICAO Annexes 2, 6, 8, 13, 14, Chicago Convention, Cabotage, and Freedoms of the Air).

Assessment

Multiple-choice questions delivered via Aspeq CBT in 180 minutes.

Time Limit

180 minutes

Passing Score

70%

Exam Fee

$108 NZD (Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand (exams via Aspeq))

CAA NZ ATPL Air Law Exam Content Outline

30%

CAR Part 121 - Air Operations Large Aeroplanes

Operating rules, dispatch criteria, operational flight plans, weather minima, emergency equipment, and performance operating limitations for large aeroplanes.

25%

CAR Part 61 - Flight Crew Licensing & FTL

ATPL privileges, experience requirements, flight time limitations, rest period requirements, logbook certification, and type rating requirements.

20%

CAR Part 91 - General Operating & Flight Rules

General operating rules, IFR equipment standards, Minimum Equipment List (MEL) categories, and Configuration Deviation List (CDL) procedures.

10%

CAR Part 108 & Part 139 - Security & Aerodromes

Security screening, sterile areas, weapons handling under Part 108, aerodrome certification, RESA, and airfield lighting under Part 139.

15%

International Aviation Law & ICAO Conventions

Chicago Convention 1944, Freedoms of the Air, Cabotage, and key ICAO Annexes (Annex 2, 6, 8, 13, and 14).

How to Pass the CAA NZ ATPL Air Law Exam

What You Need to Know

Passing score: 70%
Assessment: Multiple-choice questions delivered via Aspeq CBT in 180 minutes.
Time limit: 180 minutes
Exam fee: $108 NZD

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CAA NZ ATPL Air Law Study Tips from Top Performers

1Thoroughly review CAR Part 121 Subparts and Operational Rules including alternate airport planning and fuel reserve requirements.

2Understand CAR Part 61 Subpart N (ATPL) including flight hours, command experience, flight time limitations (FTL), and rest requirements.

3Know the exact rules for MEL (Minimum Equipment List) rectifications and CDL (Configuration Deviation List) performance penalties under Part 91 and Part 121.

4Memorize the 9 Freedoms of the Air and the definition of Cabotage under international air law.

5Study key ICAO Annexes: Annex 2 (Rules of the Air), Annex 6 (Operation of Aircraft), Annex 8 (Airworthiness), Annex 13 (Accident Investigation), and Annex 14 (Aerodromes).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is covered in the CAA NZ ATPL Air Law exam?

The exam tests CAR Part 121 (Large Aeroplanes), Part 61 (ATPL requirements, FTL & rest limits, type ratings), Part 91 (Operating & IFR rules, MEL/CDL), Part 108/139 (Security & Aerodromes), and International Law (ICAO Annexes, Chicago Convention, Freedoms of the Air, Cabotage).

What is the passing score and time limit?

The passing score is 70% and candidates are allocated 180 minutes (3 hours).

Where is the exam administered?

The exam is administered via computer-based testing at Aspeq examination centers across New Zealand and approved overseas locations.

What is the examination fee?

The fee is $108 NZD per exam sitting booked through Aspeq.

What flight time limitations apply to Part 121 / Part 61 operations in NZ?

NZ CAA rules set strict maximum flight duty periods, cumulative flight time caps (e.g. 100 hours in 28 days, 1000 hours in 365 days), and mandatory minimum rest periods depending on sector count and duty length.